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Radio icon retiring & airport terminal costs

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I'm Stephen Ruiz, online content editor for OrlandoSentinel.com. Daniel Day-Lewis says he's retiring from acting, but we're still going strong. To prove it, here are some top stories. Send me an email and let me know what you think.

Good morning. It's Wednesday, June 21. In our top story, Central Florida radio institution Jim Philips made a big announcement Tuesday.

In other news, Orlando's main airport says it needs $350 million more to complete its new terminal project.

And finally, Scott Maxwell explains what politicians could learn today from the late Orange County commissioner Vera Carter here.

Today's Top Headlines

 

Jim Philips tells listeners he's retiring in January

'I’m not retiring from life, I’m just retiring from this business,' Jim Philips told listeners of “The Philips Phile” on Real Radio 104.1. [More]

 

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Orlando airport plans for a new terminal already face cost inflation

Orlando International Airport is poised to approve a higher price tag for an already controversial new terminal building. [More]

 

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick resigns; board says he's putting company first

Travis Kalanick, chief executive of ride-hailing company Uber, reportedly resigned Tuesday, just a week into a leave of absence meant to quell concerns about his management style. [More]

 

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Tropical Storm Cindy nears Louisiana while Bret fizzles out

Up to 10 inches of rain are expected in parts of the Louisiana coast from one of the two tropical systems being monitored by the National Hurricane Center. [More]

 

Republican Karen Handel wins Georgia special election for hotly contested House seat

Republican Karen Handel has won the Georgia special election over Democrat Jon Ossoff, avoiding a major upset in the most expensive House race in U.S. history. [More]

 

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Today's Top Sports News

 

Thursday’s draft will test Jeff Weltman’s and John Hammond’s philosophy

FSU's Jonathan Isaac has qualities that have enticed Jeff Weltman and John Hammond in the past [More]

 

UF gets surge at plate, rolls past Louisville in CWS

The Florida Gators got a surprise surge at the plate during UF's 5-1 win over Louisville Tuesday in the College World Series. [More]

 

Orlando City flies across country to face MLS champ Seattle

Orlando City takes its longest trip of the year, flying across the country to play the 2016 MLS champion Seattle Sounders [More]

 

Whitley: At Orlando tournament, AAU turns blind eye to volleyball coach who was banned for life

The AAU is behaving like Penn State in its handling of sexual-abuse charges against a powerful coach [More]

 

Disney becomes Magic jersey sponsor

The Disney logo will appear on the front of Orlando Magic game jerseys beginning with the 2017-18 NBA season [More]

 

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Today's Top Entertainment News

 

Daniel Day-Lewis says he's quitting acting

Three-time Oscar winner Daniel Day-Lewis, widely considered one of the preeminent actors of his generation, is retiring from acting. [More]

 

Star Wars' Han Solo spinoff movie loses directors over creative differences

The Star Wars Han Solo spinoff is parting ways with directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller over creative differences, Lucasfilm's president said. [More]

 

Mumford & Sons ramble toward Amway Center

Mumford & Sons announce tour coming to Orlando's Amway Center. [More]

 

Milkshakes to sip on in Central Florida

Central Florida is home to some pretty delectable milkshakes, from old-fashioned simple flavors to over-the-top treats. [More]

 

Barbie, are you ready for man-bun or dad-bod Ken?

It's the most diverse lineup of Ken dolls so far, offering two new body types, seven skin tones, eight hair colors and nine hairstyles, including a man bun. [More]

 

 
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